Roguelikes, where it all began for Diablo

Looks at the beginnings of Roguelikes and tracks changes to the genre up to current games, such as Diablo 3.

[maawdawg]

I love Roguelikes. Back on the Amiga I played a ton of Hack and Rogue. There are some good ones on XBL Indie market as well. Mega Monster Mania and Ultimate Dungeon are two that I can remember the names of and for $1 each they are worth it for someone looking to kill a few hours in a Roguelike.

[Entropic]

It's hard for me personally to get into games like this, but maybe I just haven't given them a real chance. I had no idea how expansive and dynamic they could be; it's no wonder they helped to inspire so many RPG's of this day and age.

[plb]

I've no idea how old you are but if you young I can imagine it would be difficult to get into something like this compared to games these days but back in the 80s and early 90s stuff like this was great fun. I still remember when doom came out and was like OMG the graphics lol

[Entropic]

I started gaming when I got the NES the Christmas of 87. I was pretty young at the time though, and probably wasn't ready for something along the lines of a Roguelike at the time. I imagine I would have a greater appreciation for them if I was.

[ephellstrom]

It has to make an entire globe! Oh my...

[Corrwin]

In think I've played roguelikes more than Diablo. So many great flavours :D